Senior Air Combat Modeling & Simulation Lead

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a professional passionate about analyzing air combat systems. The role involves using AFSIM for effectiveness analyses of airborne systems, developing concepts for innovative technologies, and collaborating with a team of experts.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong modeling, scripting, and analysis skills. The position offers a competitive salary range from $105,000 to $245,000 annually, with a focus on security clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in modeling, simulation, and analysis in the air-to-air domain.
• Ability to conduct quantitative analysis and learn new concepts quickly.
• Effective communication of complex ideas in collaborative settings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze effectiveness of airborne systems using AFSIM.
• Develop tactics and concepts for technologies like sensors and weapons.
• Work collaboratively with analysts and engineers.
• Present findings to decision-makers.
• Conduct independent research for creative solutions.

Skills

Modeling and simulation

Quantitative analysis

Scripting and programming skills in Python

Scripting and programming skills in MATLAB

Scripting and programming skills in C/C++

Scripting and programming skills in Java

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related area

Master’s or Ph.D. in a technical field

Tools

AFSIM

Brawler

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory seeks a professional passionate about analyzing air combat systems. The role involves using AFSIM for effectiveness analyses of airborne systems, developing concepts for innovative technologies, and collaborating with a team of experts.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong modeling, scripting, and analysis skills. The position offers a competitive salary range from $105,000 to $245,000 annually, with a focus on security clearance requirements.